Escapee

Judge Upholds Century-Plus Prison Terms for Serial Rapist and Jail Escapee

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San Jose, California – A Santa Clara County judge has upheld the lengthy prison sentences of Eric Patrick Martin, a serial rapist and jail escapee from the 1970s and 1980s. Martin, who has been in prison since 1987 and currently serves a total of 136 years, sought resentencing through a series of state actions and court rulings. However, Superior Court Judge Benjamin Williams denied the request, stating that there was no evidence to demonstrate a change in Martin’s circumstances and that he still posed a significant risk to safety. The ruling was praised by the … Read more

Elusive Escapee: Evading Trial, Authorities Hunt Man Accused of Dodging Jury Duty

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MAHANOY CITY, PENNSYLVANIA — Authorities are searching for a fugitive who failed to appear for his jury trial. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, is wanted on multiple charges and is now on the run from law enforcement. Local law enforcement agencies have been actively seeking the fugitive, who was scheduled to stand trial on various criminal charges. However, when the time came for him to appear in court, he failed to show up, prompting authorities to issue a warrant for his arrest. The charges against the fugitive remain unknown, as officials have … Read more